Chris Tomlinson, Dr. David Alexander, and Alex Wellerstein discuss Texas Politics, Artemis II, and Nuclear History
Podcast: Rich Valdés America At NightPublished On: Wed Feb 04 2026
Description: On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, McGraw welcomed journalist and bestselling author Chris Tomlinson to break down the shifting political landscape in Texas. Tomlinson discussed whether Democrats have a real opportunity to compete statewide, the impact of demographic changes, and how economic and cultural issues are shaping voter behavior across the state. Next, Dr. David Alexander of Rice University joined the program to preview NASA’s upcoming Artemis II mission. He discussed the recent setbacks he also explained how the mission will return astronauts to lunar orbit for the first time in more than 50 years, the scientific and the strategic goals behind the program. Later in the show, author Alex Wellerstein explored the historical and ethical dimensions of President Harry Truman’s decision to use the atomic bomb. He examined newly analyzed records, the political pressures of World War II, and how those choices continue to influence global security, nuclear policy, and international relations today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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